Abstract:An effort is made here to cast light on three areas related to converting the open urbs of Bordeaux into a fortress city during the later third and early fourth centuries. First, some tentative estimates are offered regarding various aspects of the expenditure of human, animal, and material resources that were involved in this project. Secondly, using Bordeaux as a guide, some even more tentative suggestions are made regarding the overall costs of the strategic initiatives that resulted in the fortification of… Show more
“…That confirms they are a homogeneous set of experiences and accomplishments (Heijmans, 2006;Bachrach, 2010).…”
Section: Segusio and The Alps: From Celts To The 4 Th Century Adsupporting
confidence: 56%
“…Therefore, a "second Segusio" developed presumably in about ten years, not as an open city but as a heavily fortified urban settlement (Dezzani & Patria 2009, 2010.…”
Section: Segusio and The Alps: From Celts To The 4 Th Century Admentioning
Abstract:The reconstructive study of the urban arrangement of Susa in the 4th century arose from the intention to exploit some resources derived from local studies, and survey activities, fulfilled by innovative methods from which the modelling of architectural heritage (AH) and virtual reconstructions are derived. The digital Segusio presented in this paper is the result of intensive discussion and exchange of data and information during the urban landscape documentation activities, and due to the technology of virtual model generation, making it possible to recreate the charm of an ancient landscape. The land survey has been accomplished using aerial and terrestrial acquisition systems, mainly through digital photogrammetry from UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle) and terrestrial laser scanning. Results obtained from both the methods have been integrated into the medium scale geographical data from the regional map repository, and some processing and visualization supported by GIS (Geographical Information System) has been achieved. Subsequently, with the help of accurate and detailed DEM (Digital Elevation Model) and other architectural scale models related to the ancient heritage, this ancient landscape was modelled. The integration of the history of this city with digital and multimedia resources will be offered to the public in the city museum housed in the restored castle of Maria Adelaide (Savoy dynasty, 11th century), which stands in the place where the acropolis of the city of Susa lay in ancient times.
“…That confirms they are a homogeneous set of experiences and accomplishments (Heijmans, 2006;Bachrach, 2010).…”
Section: Segusio and The Alps: From Celts To The 4 Th Century Adsupporting
confidence: 56%
“…Therefore, a "second Segusio" developed presumably in about ten years, not as an open city but as a heavily fortified urban settlement (Dezzani & Patria 2009, 2010.…”
Section: Segusio and The Alps: From Celts To The 4 Th Century Admentioning
Abstract:The reconstructive study of the urban arrangement of Susa in the 4th century arose from the intention to exploit some resources derived from local studies, and survey activities, fulfilled by innovative methods from which the modelling of architectural heritage (AH) and virtual reconstructions are derived. The digital Segusio presented in this paper is the result of intensive discussion and exchange of data and information during the urban landscape documentation activities, and due to the technology of virtual model generation, making it possible to recreate the charm of an ancient landscape. The land survey has been accomplished using aerial and terrestrial acquisition systems, mainly through digital photogrammetry from UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle) and terrestrial laser scanning. Results obtained from both the methods have been integrated into the medium scale geographical data from the regional map repository, and some processing and visualization supported by GIS (Geographical Information System) has been achieved. Subsequently, with the help of accurate and detailed DEM (Digital Elevation Model) and other architectural scale models related to the ancient heritage, this ancient landscape was modelled. The integration of the history of this city with digital and multimedia resources will be offered to the public in the city museum housed in the restored castle of Maria Adelaide (Savoy dynasty, 11th century), which stands in the place where the acropolis of the city of Susa lay in ancient times.
I propose that the usual role of the Notitia Dignitatum's ‘Saxon Shore’ forts was, on both sides of the Channel, to control chronic, ‘everyday’ piracy and to support imperial operations. An exception occurred under Carausius and Allectus when the British forts were augmented to face likely Roman invasion. There was never any integrated cross-Channel system against concerted barbarian seaborne attack, Saxon or otherwise. The ‘Saxon Shore’ was a late fourth-century political expedient, confined to Britain and with minor military significance.
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